Genetics Policy Institute presents:

The World Stem Cell Summit is the preeminent gathering for the global stem cell community with the shared mission to advance stem cell research from the laboratory to lifesaving treatments. This networking event brings together researchers, industry leaders, policy-makers, regulators, patient advocates, legal experts, investors and philanthropists to illuminate the critical issues and together chart the future of regenerative medicine.

Regenerative medicine and stem cell technologies are estimated to become a $500 billion industry over the next 20 years. We are at the ground floor of a vastly important field of life science discovery. Nations and states are making stem cell research a target for economic development. The 2008 World Stem Cell Summit will present market trends and provide the critical tools to evaluate new business opportunities in this exciting and burgeoning field.

• The GPI Annual Advocacy Awards Dinner recognizing advocacy leaders. Past honorees include actor, Michael J. Fox, Bob Klein (initiator of California’s Proposition 71), Hadassah, Parkinson’s Action Network and the Coalition to Advance Medical Research.
• The World Stem Report, the ultimate guide to the stem cell ecosystem and a directory of key business contacts.
• Expert Networking Luncheon, an opportunity to have a lively and interactive luncheon conversation with an expert in science, disease discovery, business or ethics.
• Post-Event Web Cast, an opportunity to broadcast more than 20 panels and key note presentations to the entire universe of stakeholders.
• Policy, Law and Ethics Poster Session - Scholars present their roadmap to solving regulatory, ethical and legal challenges.